(Senior) Director, Transaction Advisory Group

Alvarez & Marsal; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a seasoned FDD leader for Kuala Lumpur to drive buy-side and sell-side due diligence across Southeast Asia, turning data into actionable deal insights.

Lead multi-workstream engagements, manage scope and budgets, mentor teams, and partner with private equity clients and target management. The ideal candidate has 10+ years FDD, Big Four, Malaysia GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and willingness to travel regionally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of FDD experience leading complex buy-side and sell-side engagements.
• Big Four experience required; CFA/CPA preferable.
• Fluent in English both written and spoken; strong communication with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead core financial due diligence across SEA markets (Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, etc.).
• Own workstreams: earnings, working capital, net debt, cash flow, forecast review.
• Convey findings in due diligence reports and presentations for valuation and SPA.
• Serve as senior execution contact for clients and advisors; lead meetings.
• Manage engagement scope, budget, staffing, and cross-team coordination.
• Build senior networks; act as trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.
• Develop high-performing teams and growth opportunities.
• Support business development, proposals, and client relationship activity.

Skills

Leadership

English fluency

Financial due diligence

Project management

Data analytics

Cross-border deals

Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Auditing

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Tableau

Advanced Excel

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team The A&M Global Transaction Advisory Group (“GTAG”) is comprised of former Big Four professionals who provide private equity and corporate clients buy side and sell side financial due diligence. GTAG professionals actively engage in assessing a target’s quality of earnings, analyzing cash flows, reviewing working capital, identifying key business drivers, reviewing forecasts, and conducting comprehensive discussions with management and their advisors. GTAG professionals routinely team with the firm’s operational, tax, commercial, and information technology professionals to deliver a truly integrated solution to clients.

How You Will Contribute

• Lead core financial due diligence across SEA markets - including Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia, and selectively across the broader Asia‑Pacific region as deal flow requires.
• Own workstreams across quality of earnings, working capital, net debt, cash flow, forecast review and operational KPI analysis. Convert data into deal‑relevant insights that drive management discussions, client decision‑making, valuation thinking and SPA negotiation points.
• Lead the construction of due diligence reports and presentations that clearly communicate key findings, earnings drivers, red flags and how findings should be reflected in valuation and transaction documentation.
• Serve as a day‑to‑day senior execution point of contact for clients, target management and advisors. Lead management meetings and client calls, and manage follow‑up on key diligence issues.
• Manage engagement execution, including scope, budget, staffing, request lists, issue resolution, billing support and coordination with tax, operational, commercial and information technology workstreams.
• Cultivate senior networks and act as a trusted advisor to clients, management teams and internal stakeholders.
• Build and lead talent by developing high‑performing teams, setting clear standards and creating practical growth opportunities.
• Support Managing Directors on business development, proposal preparation, conflict checks, sales support, client relationship activity and other non‑project responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting/Auditing or a related major
• ACCA, CPA Australia or CFA preferred
• Big Four experience required
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate to senior members of target management, client representatives and colleagues in English
• Solid hands‑on, in‑country experience working in Malaysia
• Minimum 10 years of FDD experience, with demonstrated ability to lead complex buy‑side and sell‑side cross‑border due diligence engagements
• Deep Malaysia GAAP accounting skills; working knowledge of IFRS preferred
• Familiarity with AI tools and AI‑assisted workflows in deals and FDD required
• Experience working with private equity funds preferred
• Experience working in other SEA/Asia markets, on cross‑border FDD mandates, or collaborating virtually with regional teams preferred
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with data analytics and visualization tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau etc.) preferred
• Ability to travel within the region (where practical and possible)
• The successful candidate will be ranked a Top Performer within his or her peer group
• Willingness to work on‑site in Kuala Lumpur

Specific Characteristics

• Ownership mindset
• Strong project management skills
• Team‑oriented leadership style with a track record of developing junior professionals
• Professional in style and demeanor; exercises sound judgment
• Commercial acumen - thinks like a deal person, not just an accountant/auditor
• Entrepreneurial mindset - builds relationships and spots opportunities beyond the immediate mandate
• Proactive, self‑driven and effective in a fast‑paced, deal‑pressured environment

Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well‑being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‑performing and passionate professionals.